Too Late to Hold Me Back novel Chapter 600

"You've got it all wrong. I wasn't sucking up to Vanessa. I just thought that since we're roommates, we should try to get along," Leah explained defensively.

"I saw her ignoring you yesterday, yet you kept trying to force a conversation with her," Elara pointed out bluntly.

See? Even Elara couldn't stand watching it unfold.

Elara might not have money, but she refused to ever stoop to flattery.

"Fine, I made a mistake yesterday. I'm done with them. I'm never speaking to them again," Leah muttered.

"As long as you realize your mistake. Don't be so spineless next time," Elara warned her again.

Mira appreciated Elara's straightforward nature. As for Leah, keeping a casual, friendly distance was fine; there was no need to be overly critical.

The freshman welcome assembly was basically identical to a high school opening ceremony. A massive crowd of students stood baking in the plaza.

Thankfully, it was morning. If it had been noon, the heat would have been unbearable.

After the national anthem, the school administrators and faculty representatives took turns giving their speeches.

What actually captured the crowd's attention, however, were the two student hosts on stage.

The moment they stepped up to the mic, a wave of whispers swept through the crowd. "Wow, it's the sophomore Campus Belle and the junior heartthrob!"

Mira didn't know their names or majors, but she had to admit they were incredibly striking.

The female host had her hair pinned back, revealing a long, elegant neck that resembled a swan. She wore a stunning cream-colored evening gown that highlighted her delicate collarbones and luminous skin. Her striking eyes were absolutely captivating.

How could someone look that flawless? She looked so perfect she almost seemed generated by AI.

The male host stood tall in a sharp black suit that accentuated his broad shoulders and narrow waist. With perfectly styled hair and a chiseled jawline, he looked like a movie star.

Even Mira found herself staring at the dynamic duo for a moment.

Down in the crowd, the students couldn't help but compare themselves to the glamorous pair.

"Man, I wish she was my girlfriend. Never mind, I'm way out of my league," Wyatt muttered to Cedric.

Mira snapped a quick photo and sent it to him.

"Yep, that's her. I didn't pay attention to her grade, my mistake."

"She's gorgeous."

"It's all plastic and cosmetic enhancements. Of course she looks flawless," Owen scoffed.

"Ah, that makes sense."

Just as Mira was about to hang up, Owen added softly, "Don't worry. Even with all that work done, she still can't hold a candle to you."

"Why would I care if she's pretty or not? What do I have to worry about? Honestly," Mira replied, rolling her eyes affectionately.

As she ended the call, Harvey smirked. "See? I told you so."

"Were you eavesdropping on my call?"